From the Oak Forest Fire Department Facebook page:

It is with a heavy heart that The Oak Forest Fire Department informs you of the passing of Retiree Lt. Leonard Bonnevier. Len passed away Monday, January 30, 2017. He was a thirty-year member of the Fire Department, having served as Chief for 2 years 1991 to 1993. Lt. Bonnevier was instrumental in formation of the Third District Fire Chiefs (MABAS24) Fire/Arson Investigation Unit. Leonard also received the OSFM Medal of Valor in recognition of his exceptional display of bravery and heroism as a firefighter in the line of duty for using his experience, training, and education in life-saving skills in the rescue of a female patient in 2006.

Oak Forest Fire Department retired Lt. Leonard Bonnevier.

Oak Forest Fire Department retired Lt. Leonard Bonnevier. Oak Forest FD photo

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